The splendid 73m Grace E was named Motor Yacht of the year at the World Superyacht Awards in Amsterdam
The victorious winners of the World Superyacht Awards 2015 were announced on 9 May at the 10th edition of the event in Amsterdam. The host city, with its rich maritime history, provided a fitting backdrop as a distinguished audience of superyacht owners and industry specialists took their seats at the Westergasfabriek.
The World Superyacht Awards ceremony, which celebrates excellence in superyacht build and design, is the most anticipated event in the superyacht calendar.
Maritime Authority of Jamaica Director General, Rear Admiral Peter Brady, has been given an important global award
Rear Admiral Peter Brady, Director General of the Maritime Authority of Jamaica has been awarded the prestigious International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Themed Award for World Maritime Day 2015 “Maritime education and training”, sponsored by the China Classification Society, at the 27th Seatrade Awards Ceremony.
Admiral Brady was recognized for his dedicated work in the field of maritime training. He chaired the IMO Standards of Training and Watchkeeping (STW) Sub Committee for almost 10 years and was Chairman of the Committee of the Whole at the Diplomatic Conference in Manila, Philippines, which amended the Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and STCW Code for Seafarers.
New Panama Canal tolls structure has been approved and will start from 1 April 2016
The Cabinet Council of the Republic of Panama has officially approved a proposal to modify the Panama Canal tolls structure, following a recommendation from the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) Board of Directors. The accepted proposal, which modifies the pricing structure for most Canal segments, will better facilitate the Canal’s goal of providing outstanding service and reliability to the global shipping and maritime community while allowing the ACP to safeguard the competitiveness of the waterway.
Today’s passage follows more than a year of informal consultations with representatives from various industry segments, an open call for comments, and a public hearing to solicit industry feedback on these changes.
The MAIB report into the loss of the Cheeki Rafiki and her crew has been published. Photograph courtesy of United States Coast Guard
Nearly a year on from the loss of the Cheeki Rafiki in the Atlantic with the loss of her four crew, the MAIB has published its report into this distressing matter. The incident, which received massive UK media coverage at the time, sent shockwaves through the marine and yachting world.
Despite an extensive search that found the upturned hull of the Cheeki Rafiki, the four crew remain missing. The hull was not recovered and is assumed to have sunk. In the absence of survivors and material evidence, the causes of the accident remain a matter of some speculation. However, it is concluded that the Cheeki Rafiki capsized and inverted following a detachment of its keel.
Writing in the London P&I Club’s bulletin StopLoss, Dr Martin Jonas considers the potential liquefaction of bauxite cargoes
The potential liquefaction of bauxite cargoes has been the subject of a number industry bulletins in recent years. These concerns have been renewed following the recent sinking of the bulk carrier Bulk Jupiter, which was reportedly carrying 46,400 MT of bauxite loaded at Kuantan in Malaysia.
Writing in the April issue of the London P&I Club’s bulletin StopLoss, Dr Martin Jonas, Brookes Bell LLP, Liverpool, makes the following observations.
Similar to other unprocessed ores, such as iron ore fines and nickel ore, grades of bauxite that contain a high proportion of fines capable of retaining significant moisture are potentially at risk of liquefaction, resulting in cargo shift which may cause the capsizing of the carrying ship. Such Continue reading “Carriage of bauxite cargoes and liquefaction risks”
The Association of Marine Surveyors of British Columbia (AMSBC) has agreed to amalgamate and form IIMS BC, the British Columbia chapter of IIMS Canada.
At a recent meeting of the International Institute of Marine Surveying’s (IIMS) management board in Portchester UK, it was unanimously agreed to accept the proposal from the Association of Marine Surveyors of British Columbia (AMSBC) to amalgamate and form IIMS BC, the British Columbia chapter of IIMS Canada.
The realisation of IIMS BC and IIMS Canada is the result of much due diligence work behind the scenes. The formation of IIMS Canada brings the number of IIMS regional branches to six, the others being Australia, India, New Zealand, Pakistan and UAE.
Commenting on the news, Richard Smith, President of AMSBC said, “Looking to the future I am convinced that this will prove to be a very positive and beneficial move for both our members and the profession at large here in British Columbia.”
Lloyd’s Register has issued new emissions compliance guidance
With key dates looming – 2016 NOx compliance and a 2018 review of fuel availability ahead of a global cap for SOx emissions, LR’s new guidelines and updated technical information supports operators’ investment decisions
This new emissions guidance addresses operational and in-service considerations reflecting further accumulated experience from working closely with clients, industry groups and regulators. As well as a focus on exhaust gas treatment (scrubbers) the guidance also examines the wider scope of options for SOx/NOx compliance beyond exhaust gas treatment.
Since an earlier version of this report was issued in 2012, early adopters of the technology, mainly passenger ship and ferry operators, have committed to fleet-wide scrubber implementation programmes. Early adopters gain valuable operational experience as well as a head start in both understanding the technology and realising any benefits.
The recent Ocean Business show at the National Oceanography Centre (NOC) in Southampton was phenomenally successful, with visitor numbers up an incredible 29%, taking attendance to 4,589 visitors. With all four previous shows brimming with visitors from all over the world, it’s hard to believe it could get any better, but the show delivered everything it promised for face-to-face interaction between exhibitors and customers.
Versha Carter, Group Director for Ocean Business commented, “We are absolutely thrilled at the success of Ocean Business. It has once again surpassed expectations and we have had a flood of positive feedback, with many telling us it was the best show they have ever attended.”
Latest research suggests that the marine propeller market will be worth $5.94 billion by 2020
According to a new market research “Marine Propellers Market by Number of Blades (3, 4, 5), Type (Controllable Pitch Propeller and Fixed Pitch Propeller), Application (Ship-Defense and Merchant, Boat-Inboard Engine and Outboard Engine, Underwater Vehicles-Submarine and Unmanned), Material (Aluminum, Bronze and Stainless Steel) – Global Forecasts, Trends & Analysis to 2014 – 2020”, the marine propeller market is estimated to be valued $3.67 Billion by the end of 2015. It is projected grow to $5.94 Billion by 2020 at a CAGR of 10.07%. The key challenge faced by the marine propeller market is that the life cycle of a propeller is fairly high and hence replacement occurs after considerable amount of time.
IIMS Australia branch has unveiled the programme for the two day workshop being organised in Port Adelaide on Thursday 18 and Friday 19 June 2015
The full programme has been unveiled for the two day workshop being organised by the IIMS Australia branch in Port Adelaide, South Australia, on Thursday 18 and Friday 19 June 2015.
The venue is the Australian Fisheries and Maritime Academy at Port Adelaide and the theme of the event is: ‘Marine Surveying 2015-2020. Change and Challenge.’
Following are full details about the speakers, information about the venue, dinner, travel and things do do whilst you are in Adelaide. The IIMS head office team would like to personally thank the Australian branch for their efforts to put on what is sure to prove to be a first class and educational event.
A new AHTS vessel design has been launched by Wärtsilä at this year’s Sea Asia exhibition
A new AHTS vessel design has been launched by Wärtsilä at this year’s Sea Asia exhibition. The focus of the new design is on simplicity, efficiency, low fuel consumption and a reduced environmental impact.
The equipment solutions are suitable for a medium to large size AHTS vessel, where one of the key components is a 2-speed gearbox system selected to meet the design targets of reduced costs and less complexity without compromising operational safety. Wärtsilä estimates that the new design provides a reduction of 20 to 25 percent in fuel consumption compared to conventional diesel mechanical four engine solutions. The exhaust emissions are reduced accordingly.
Masamichi Morooka, Chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping, has warned about the dangers of regional maritime regulation in an address to the Singapore Shipping Association
Addressing members of the Singapore Shipping Association the Chairman of the International Chamber of Shipping, Masamichi Morooka, warned about the dangers of regional maritime regulation being adopted by governments at variance to the global maritime Conventions adopted by IMO.
“Global rules for a global shipping industry is not just a slogan,” said Mr Morooka before criticising the approaches to the regulation of shipping being pursued by the United States and the European Union.
Mr Morooka began by highlighting the big problem caused by the different ballast water treatment regime that applies in the United States to that adopted by the IMO through the Ballast Water Management Convention.
“Whether we like it or not, the political reality is that the IMO Convention is probably going to enter into force, sooner rather than later, and we therefore have to make it work. But the conflicting IMO and US requirements, when combined with the lack of systems fully approved by the United States, could Continue reading “Regional maritime regulation causing problems says ICS Chairman”
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